Situated in the peaceful and picturesque landscape of Muscongus Bay, Hog Island is a fantastic destination for artistic inspiration.

This two-night “mini program” is an excellent opportunity to experience a taste of Hog Island’s beauty. In this “choose your own art adventure” session you will have the option to spend the day working on your own or joining short workshops in a variety of techniques.

Whatever you choose, our expert artist instructors will be available to guide you. You will have access to Hog Island’s wealth of inspiration: a stunning coastal environment, a science lab with an extensive collection of bird specimens, and a touch tank and live specimens from the intertidal zone. At the end of the day you can share your work with your fellow artists in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Participants are asked to bring their own sketching and watercolor supplies. Keep it simple and portable!See the Materials Supply List (forthcoming) for details.

Our schedule:

August 16: Participants arrive between 2:00 and 4:00pm and settle into their accommodations. The 5:00pm Welcome Circle is followed by dinner and a presentation about the scientific and artistic history of Hog Island.

August 17: Breakfast! Followed by optional workshops which may include relief printmaking, sketching from live and prepared natural history specimens, and painting the island landscape. After lunch is creative solo time, during which you will have the opportunity to put your new skills to work and/or explore the island. Before dinner we will gather informally to share our work and discoveries from the day, and after dinner we will enjoy an evening program.

August 18: Breakfast! And departure back to the mainland.

Pricing: $650

The base registration fee includes meals, housing, instruction, and all field trips. This price is based on a standard shared room (with 2 twin beds) a shared bathroom. A limited number of upgraded accommodations are available for an additional cost. Two upgrade options are a single room for solo travelers or a room with a private bath for two people traveling together. There are no single rooms with private bathrooms available. Please see our lodging page for more information. 

Participants must arrange their own transportation to and from the Audubon dock in Bremen at the start and end of the session. Please see our transportation page for more information.  

There are several scholarship opportunities available to help participants attend Hog Island sessions! Please see our scholarships page for more information about Hog Island Scholarships. You should also check with your local Audubon chapter or bird club for additional opportunities. 

Requirements: There are no prerequisites for this program! Artists of all skill levels are welcome.  

Director: Sherrie York

Instructors: TBA

NOTE: Audubon reserves the right to alter itineraries, instructors and particular arrangements, or to substitute similar itineraries or arrangements, at no penalty. If Audubon cancels a session, it will issue full refunds of all deposits or payments to the paid participants.